Look at whatever you are holding or using this very moment. Perhaps it is a pen, a phone, a cup of coffee or an article of clothing. How many people were directly involved in making that item, going right back to its basic raw material, assembly, transportation, trading and selling of these components and finished goods? Then add those people indirectly involved in this item, those that had invented and assembled the tools required for its production. And then add those involved in the various other supply chains required for that item to be in your hand this very moment. Certainly tens or hundreds of thousands were involved in just this item, not to mention the many others things you interact with today. Added together just for today, I am sure well over 10 million people made your day happen.
SO WHAT??!! Anyone who imagines themselves to be self-reliant and independent overstates their self-importance or significance. We interact with all these people and need each other for our very existence. Their effort, touch and presence allowed for your day.
If you are interconnected with that many people every day, should you be selfish and uninterested in their wellbeing? Or appreciate their input into your wellness? You are so inter-connected with and in need of others that their well-being should be part of your mindfulness and concern.
Being kind, thoughtful and respectful of others will make your life more human and meaningful. Similarly, today tens of millions of people indirectly experienced you. Wouldn’t it be nice if they acted kindly, thoughtfully and respectfully towards you? Making others day and life better WILL equally improve your situation and condition.
Truly, what goes around, comes round.
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